Shialtor

Shialtor is a village located in Raiganj subdivision of Uttar Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 12.4km away from Raiganj, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shialtor village. As per 2009 stats, Sitgram is the gram panchayat of Shialtor village.

Shialtor has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Dinajpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shialtor

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shialtor is 309649. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733134. Raigang is nearest town to Shialtor village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

When it comes to local governance, Shialtor village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hemtabad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raiganj Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shialtor

Below is a concise population overview of Shialtor as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,280 1,159 1,121
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 416 216 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) 82 39 43
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 873 492 381
Illiterate Population 1,407 667 740

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shialtor village:

  • The total population of Shialtor village is around 2,280, including approximately 1,159 males and 1,121 females, with a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 416 children aged 0–6 years in Shialtor village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shialtor village has 82 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Shialtor village is about 38.29%, with male literacy at 42.45% and female literacy at 33.99%.
  • There are around 443 households in Shialtor village.

Connectivity of Shialtor

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shialtor. As per the 2011 stats, Shialtor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Shialtor

Knowing the nearby villages of Shialtor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shialtor.

Krishnamuri Mahigram Sitgram Meran Dhoabishua Aulabari Jhitkai Makra Bahin Bishnupur Kumarol

Frequently Asked Questions about Shialtor

Where is Shialtor located?
Shialtor village is situated in Raiganj Subdivision, within the Uttar Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shialtor?
The Gram Panchayat of Shialtor is Sitgram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shialtor?
The pincode of Shialtor is 733134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shialtor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shialtor is 2,280, with 1,159 males and 1,121 females.
How many households are there in Shialtor as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shialtor village has a total of 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shialtor as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shialtor is 38.29%. The male literacy rate is 42.45%, while the female literacy rate is 33.99%.